IAPWE | International Association of Professional Writers & Editors

The IAPWE - What We Do and Who We Are

The IAPWE or International Association of Professional Writers & Editors was established as a resource to help professional writers and editors in their local communities, providing them with helpful tools and access to legitimate and vetted working opportunities.

The IAPWE helps to spread awareness and appreciation for local literacy initiatives, including writing workshops, literary contests, author publications and other special interest stories.

The IAPWE also provides tools and resources to help freelance writers and editor be more efficient and effective in their work. These resources include contract templates, grammar and spellchecking tools as well as a variety of other softwares and websites.

The IAPWE's members span the globe and range from professional and published authors to amateur freelance writers and hobbyists.

This news site highlights important stories from both the local and international scene. Stories may range from having to do with author interviews, calls for writers and editors, community initiatives, tutorials and other helpful tips, contests and awards, writer groups and workshops, upcoming events and more.

To learn more about the IAPWE and how to help support local writers and editors, you can visit their main website.

Saturday, December 31, 2016

Highlights from this Week's Writing in Pop Culture

The Atlantic surveys several of the most newsworthy moments in pop culture throughout this past week. Read the full article on the Atlantic.

Writers Conference for Families of Vietnam Veterans

Katherine Stickroth, widow of a Vietnam veteran, will be teaching the Other Warriors: Voices of the Women of Vietnam Veterans, which is a workshop to help other family members of Vietnam veterans share stories through writing. Learn more on the East Oregonian website.

Learn How to Write Children's Books at Barnes and Noble

The West Dundee Barnes and Noble at Spring Hill Mall will be hosting a 2-hour children's book writing conference. Get the details here.

Friday, December 30, 2016

Aesthetica Creative Writing Award Winner Announced

Rebekah Cuevas was announced as the winner of an international writing competition and Karisa Neely from the Daily Herald shares her story. Read more on heraldextra.com.

Remembering the Importance of Writing

Tracie Abram of the Michigan State University Extension talks about the importance of writing in our daily lives. Read the full article here.

Thursday, December 29, 2016

Anton Tabuena Shares His Journey From Writer to FIghter

Bloody Elbow writer Anton Tabuena shares his experience fighting in the 2016 Phillipine National Muay Thai Championships. Read the full story here.

6 Reasons for Pharmacists to Write a Book

Host of Pharmacy Life Radio, Alex Barker shares six reasons why pharmacists might be able to benefit by writing a book. See the reasons on the Pharmacy Times.

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Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Middle School Writing Contest Winner Announced

Sixth grade Allison Williams of Bidwell Junior High School was announced as a winner of a writing contest sponsored by the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom. Read the full article here.

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Imagine This Story Writing Contest Winner Announced

Bidwell Junior High student Allison Williams was announced as the winner of the Imagine This Story writing contest. Read the full article here.

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Comedian Turns Children's Book Writer

Comedian and actor David Walliams has found a successful career in writing children books. Learn more about his story on CNBC.com.

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